2021-02-11 02:23
A sneak peek at our planned projects for this year I always create a lofty list of planned projects. I'm a list maker to the core, paper and pencil kind of girl. I might not always check e… Read More
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2020-11-12 03:22
An organic and eclectic family room combining modern and traditional elements in a historic home The One Room Challenge always goes by so fast! We are already to the reveal of our fami… Read More
2020-11-06 01:09
DIY reeded end table tutorial Only one more week until the ORC reveal of our family room makeover! Most of the painting has been done and we are working on finishing up the remaining project… Read More
2020-11-02 01:14
Five easy steps I use to paint almost anythingWe're past the half way point and getting close to the finish line! We have a lot left to do, but I'm feeling pretty good about our progress s… Read More
2020-10-22 01:14
Inspiration for classic black staircases It's week three of the One Room Challenge!! We made some good progress this week. The main thing I worked on was painting the balusters on the stai… Read More
2020-10-15 02:17
Variations of modern traditional living rooms We're into week two of the One Room Challenge, and I'm already saying "what was I thinking?!" 😂 The ORC with three kids is a totally d… Read More
2020-10-08 01:00
Week one of our family room makeover for the One Room ChallengeOur living room is getting another makeover! We are so excited to be joining the One Room Challenge! We missed the last two rou… Read More
2020-08-19 00:48
Want to design your landscaping yourself? Start here! We recently finished a transformation of our floating deck and gravel patio. This is a project we had been wanting to tackle since the d… Read More
2020-07-19 23:00
An old and overgrown outdoor space gets a makeoverI have waited for this day for so long! We spend so much time outdoors, and I've been daydreaming about revamping our outdoor living space s… Read More
2020-07-01 13:33
How to make your own vintage pottery Anyone else loving the found pottery trend lately? Those large oversized vases and vessels that look like they’ve been around a long time make beau… Read More
2020-05-31 19:00
Progress and new project plans for our patio spaceAlmost a year ago we started planning updates for our patio space. We accomplished a few things, but then I was pregnant and had lots of mor… Read More
2020-05-29 17:46
Where to find beautiful printable art on a budgetArt is such an easy way to add character to your home, but it can often come with a high price tag. I almost always opt for free or affordabl… Read More
2020-01-20 11:00
A baby girl's nursery with dusty pink and green accents and traditional styleWhen we found out we were having another baby, I had a feeling it was a girl. It's the first time I've ever had a… Read More
2019-12-11 12:48
A simplified traditional Christmas dining room and tablescapeOur dining room is always one of my favorite rooms to decorate for the seasons. It's the first room you see when you walk through… Read More
2019-12-04 01:37
A minimal Christmas printableThis year has been a year of style transition for me. I've been learning, slowly, how to find the perfect balance of traditional, minimal, and modern. As I start… Read More
2019-11-23 11:00
The best toys, games, books, and activities for 4 year old boysMy first son was born the day before Thanksgiving, so his birthday always falls just in time for some of the best shopping deal… Read More
2019-11-20 01:16
An office refresh including a combination of antique and modernI've made a lot of small changes in our home this year as I transition our decor from "modern farmhouse" to "modern traditional… Read More
2019-11-03 21:17
A budget friendly master bathroom update in modern traditional styleOne of the first projects we tackled when we moved in was the master bathroom. The master suite was added on to the house… Read More
2019-10-22 10:00
Ideas for fall decorating in a minimal wayFall is one of my favorite seasons to decorate for. I don't know if its the warm earthy colors or the yummy smells of apples, cinnamon, and caramel… Read More
2019-09-25 10:00
Bring fall vibes into your home with simplicityFall is my favorite time of year. Normally, our house ends up looking like a pumpkin patch, but this year I have been craving simplicity. I pur… Read More
2019-08-22 12:23
Toddler room with antique furniture, a touch of clean modern style, a train theme, and blue doorsWe’ve been working on a fun project this summer- my oldest son’s room! I’ve… Read More
2019-07-23 10:00
The quickest way to update a weathered fenceWhen we moved into our home, there was an old weathered split rail fence around most of the property and along the front garden. We loved the char… Read More
2019-06-18 13:14
Ideas for sprucing up our weathered deck and patioIt's no secret that I love old houses and that it was the major selling point for buying this house, but the other big convincer was the yar… Read More
2019-06-06 13:36
An old farmhouse living room gets a modern traditional style makeoverIt seems like months ago that I started planning a living room makeover. But this is a room that is going to be a slow ev… Read More
2019-05-24 13:35
How to choose a rug pad for flatweave cotton rugsHave you ever walked into a room and tripped over a wrinkle in the rug? Or worse, slipped because the rug slipped across the floor under your… Read More
2019-05-01 01:32
A 100 year old dining room combining traditional, farmhouse, and modern detailsI can't tell you how excited I am for this day! It's dining room reveal day, and to say I'm happy with how it t… Read More
2019-04-10 01:26
Can't find the perfect vintage landscape painting? Try a fresh new look from these beautiful options!Have you noticed the trend with vintage paintings lately? I've been seeing more and more… Read More
2019-04-06 15:52
How to remove tarnish from old brassA few months ago, a family friend gave me an old secretary desk that had been sitting in their garage. I had been looking for one for a while to allow me… Read More
2019-03-20 18:49
A cozy and collected master suite makeover with traditional and MCM detailsIt's no secret that I love all things vintage and farmhouse, but I also love many other decor styles. I've been fol… Read More
2019-03-04 16:18
A vintage modern farmhouse living room makeoverAs a stay at home momma to two toddlers in an old house that doesn't have an open floor plan, I am learning that we are going to spend a lot of… Read More
2019-02-11 19:42
How to make a simple Valentine's Day bannerValentine's Day can be so fun to decorate for, but it passes so quickly, so I try not to spend a lot of money on decorating and keep it pretty subt… Read More
2019-02-08 20:43
Free downloadable watercolor "Be mine" art printDo you decorate for Valentine's Day? I usually keep it pretty simple and wait to decorate until the week before. Every year I try to add just… Read More
2019-01-31 20:29
A stylish option for reverse osmosis filter faucetsDo you have a water filtration system in your home? We are on well water and have a reverse osmosis system for our drinking water. Some hom… Read More
2019-01-29 00:22
Goal setting through a single wordEvery January, I launch into a deep state of planning. I can't help it. It's in my nature. I enjoy planning all the things. Organizing all the things. Setti… Read More
2018-12-07 11:00
A minimal Christmas or winter tablescape using natural elements and budget friendly itemsHappy holidays, sweet friends! I'm so excited to be participating in the Christmas Festival Blog Hop… Read More
2018-11-27 16:16
Beautiful winter decor idea for a small Christmas village on a trayThe previous owner of our home left behind an antique cast iron griddle. I love all things old and vintage, and it has a be… Read More
2018-11-21 02:18
Inspiring home decor books beautiful enough to put on displayIt's no secret that Pinterest is one of my favorite things ever. I'll never forget the day my friend referred me. Back then, it w… Read More
2018-11-16 03:19
The best toys and books for three year old boysMy oldest son's birthday falls on Thanksgiving week, so it's perfect timing to share some of his favorite things or items that catch my eye for… Read More
2018-11-09 15:02
A 1990s kitchen gets a makeover combining traditional 1920s style and modern farmhouse decorSix weeks ago we began our kitchen adventure with a goal of making our 1990s builder grade kitchen… Read More
2018-11-09 14:12
Week five ORC update and schoolhouse light inspirationI'm not quite sure how we are already at week five of the One Room Challenge, but here we are. We have just one week left to wrap everyt… Read More
2018-10-25 02:44
Week four One Room Challenge progress and vintage style kitchen faucet inspirationAhhhh, week four. This is always the week where I start to feel a little crazy. It's when you start to worry… Read More
2018-10-18 02:00
Inspiring green kitchens and week three ORC progressI'm back with a tiny bit more kitchen progress this week! In week one I shared my vision for a vintage inspired farmhouse kitchen, and tod… Read More
2018-10-11 02:48
Week two of the One Room Challenge plus inspiring kitchen designsTaking on a big kitchen project is always daunting. The project to do list seems so long! We are on week two of the One Room… Read More
2018-10-09 01:24
How we made a DIY table to custom fit our built in benchWhen we first toured this house before buying it, one of the highlights was all of the custom features. Not only did it have tons of o… Read More
2018-10-04 02:23
Before photos and mood board for a 1990s kitchen getting a 1920s makeoverI've been waiting for this day for so long y'all! The fall One Room Challenge hosted by Calling It Home and Better Ho… Read More
2018-09-28 12:07
Free printable fall artHappy fall, y'all! I love summer so much because I love being at the beach, so sometimes I am not quite ready for fall when it sneaks up on us. But once it's here and… Read More
2018-09-11 01:36
Where to buy fake green pumpkins It's no secret that I love all things green and any shade of green! So of course I have loved watching green pumpkins sneak into the fall decorating trends o… Read More
2018-08-07 16:11
Easy tutorial for DIY air dry clay coasters I always love trying new craft methods and supplies. It really challenges me creatively when I do something new. Lately I have been trying to perf… Read More
2018-07-23 10:00
Simplify outdoor entertaining with these ideas Once summer rolls around, you'll find us outdoors most of the time. Whether we're out in the yard or at the beach, we can't get enough fresh ai… Read More
2018-06-19 10:00
Disguise a heating fuel tank with a picket fence and keep that fence looking great with ease! If you've ever driven down a country road, you've probably noticed that all of the houses have a… Read More
2018-06-09 23:28
A high contrast wood and black farmhouse style dining roomIt's summer time, which means we are slowing down a bit on projects so that we can soak up the sun and enjoy the outdoors with the k… Read More
2018-05-30 19:36
Free lemon prints perfect for spring or summer home decor A few weeks ago, my husband bought me a lemon tree for my birthday. He knows me so well. When the weather starts to get warm, I star… Read More
2018-05-03 15:42
Beginner clay project idea- How to make air dry clay houses for DIY home decor Have you seen those cute little nesting houses that everyone is decorating with lately? I love them!! I have a… Read More
2018-04-26 23:41
An old post-and-beam porch gets a makeover with stain I've always daydreamed about having a big front porch where I could relax in a rocking chair and enjoy being outside. When we moved into… Read More
2018-04-12 01:47
Have you ever felt that nagging pull that you need to be perfect at keeping up with your home and raising a family? Like you should have the most fun day ever with your kids every single day… Read More
2018-04-03 10:00
Tips and tricks for spring cleaning your kitchen We all wish we could actually get our spring cleaning done, especially in the kitchen, right? The kitchen is usually the most lived in r… Read More
2018-03-30 10:00
A light and bright farmhouse style master bathroom makeover A few weeks ago I showed you the first steps of our simple farmhouse style master bathroom makeover. I'm still amazed at the diffe… Read More
2018-03-19 19:21
Free downloadable watercolor eucalyptus quote art for home decor When I was decorating our new dresser turned entertainment center last week, I wanted to add a little bit of color to balance… Read More
2018-03-16 01:07
The story of how an old Thomasville dresser was turned into a TV stand. Have you ever owned a piece of furniture that speaks to you? It tells you a story of its past, present, and future? I… Read More
2018-03-05 15:40
The best way to clean your white porcelain enamel cast iron sink I always thought I wanted a white farmhouse sink... until we moved into this house! It has an almost 25 year old white porce… Read More
2018-02-21 18:44
I'm starting to think more and more about the next phase of our downstairs half bathroom makeover. In the first stage, we did some easy powder room updates with paint and a $35 flooring fix… Read More
2018-02-16 11:00
A simple master bathroom makeover embracing the power of paint Any time we have moved into a new home and I start brainstorming how I am going to overhaul each space, I create a plan for the… Read More
2018-02-16 04:50
How to decorate your home on a small budget Have you ever scrolled through Instagram or Pinterest, drooling over all of those beautiful homes, and wondered how the heck people can afford to… Read More
2018-01-31 02:02
Lower your grocery budget with these simple ideas Have you ever actually taken a close look at what you spend on groceries? You might be really surprised. I know I was. We used to be pretty… Read More
2018-01-26 03:34
How to add style and function to a small pantry space The kitchen holds our whole home together. I find that when the kitchen is messy and unorganized, I feel unorganized and overwhelmed. We… Read More
2018-01-03 01:30
A simplified meal planning method for busy and overwhelmed moms who just want to get dinner on the table on time! It's no secret that my family and I have had a lot going on over the past ye… Read More
2017-12-19 00:28
Are you shopping for toys or books for a two year old boy? Find the best gift ideas for toddlers.Our first son's birthday is a month before Christmas, so we get to play with lots of new toys… Read More
2017-12-13 11:00
A little more than three years ago, a great blogging friend of mine, Kristi from making it in the mountains, came up with a brilliant idea. She thought it would be fun to have several DIY bl… Read More
2017-11-30 10:00
It's a family tradition of ours to decorate for Christmas the weekend after Thanksgiving. Our son's birthday falls during Thanksgiving week, so we try to separate the holidays as much as we… Read More
2017-11-22 02:29
I don't know about you, but I love the skinnylap trend! The first time I saw this Instagram photo from Joanna Gaines, I knew I had to have it in my home. I created a skinnylap feature wall i… Read More
2017-11-21 13:46
Some of my favorite transformations are the ones that involve simple updates. Don't get me wrong- I love a huge overhaul of an awful space, like the incredible before and after of our playro… Read More
2017-11-16 04:23
A vintage schoolhouse themed playroom, perfect for the modern farmhouse home. Have you ever walked into a room you completely overhauled that is finally complete and felt a big uncontro… Read More
2017-11-09 05:00
Week six of a vintage modern playroom makeover for the One Room Challenge.The week before the reveal is always the most stressful and also most fun week of the entire One Room Challenge. It'… Read More
2017-11-08 11:00
Do you ever have a great light bulb moment when you are brainstorming? That's what happened to me when I was thinking about this month's Monthly DIY Challenge. To be honest, I was completely… Read More
2017-11-02 17:56
Week five of a vintage modern playroom makeover for the One Room Challenge.This week, it's like I was given permission to slack on our playroom progress... Linda from Calling It Home, the ho… Read More
2017-10-26 04:00
Week four of a vintage modern playroom makeover for the One Room Challenge.This week, we are more than half way through with the One Room Challenge... I am starting to see the tiniest glimps… Read More
2017-10-19 04:00
Week three of a vintage modern playroom makeover for the One Room Challenge.Every time I participate in the One Room Challenge, I feel pretty frustrated around the three to four week mark. I… Read More
2017-10-12 04:00
One of the things I loved about growing up in Louisiana was all of the beautiful old buildings and plantation homes. One of my favorite things is touring plantation homes. They each have the… Read More
2017-10-11 13:13
My little sister got married this summer. They had a beautiful eclectic boho style DIY wedding. There were wildflowers, and rose gold, and macrame, and wood tones, and colorful vases, and vi… Read More
2017-10-05 04:00
Our design plans for a green, black, and white, vintage schoolhouse themed playroom for the One Room Challenge.When we made the decision to move into a 90 year old house, we made sure that t… Read More
2017-09-23 00:54
When I was a kid, my dad ran his own pressuring washing company. In high school, I worked with him whenever I could because it was a fun way to make a little money. I always found it so rela… Read More
2017-09-15 21:19
I've moved a lot in my life, and one thing I have learned is that most of the time you have very little control over timing. There's always a deadline for getting out of one place and into t… Read More
2017-09-13 10:00
Have you ever attempted to build furniture? It's something I've always thought would be cool. I've probably pinned hundreds of furniture build plans on Pinterest... but I never thought I cou… Read More
2017-09-01 11:24
This post is sponsored by Cost Plus World Market. This post also contains affiliate links for your convenience. For more information, see my disclosure policy. My husband and I love entertai… Read More
2017-08-29 12:19
A design moodboard for a modern farmhouse style powder room makeover inspired by mint, black, wood tones, and skinnylap.Friends, I think I am going through project withdrawal. I've been dayd… Read More
2017-08-25 12:26
Hi, friends! It’s been a while! Thank you all so much for being so patient while I took a little break as we transitioned to life with two kids and got settled into our new home. We&rs&hell…Read More
2017-08-19 10:00
It seems like just yesterday I was offering our first son his first spoonful of pureed food. I quickly learned that it was a messy event, sometimes took a lot of time, and once he began want… Read More
2017-07-28 20:24
I'm finally ready to share the birth story of our newest addition! It took me about two months to write our first son's birth story too... I thought life with a newborn was busy back th… Read More
2017-07-12 10:00
Have you ever tried doing a project when all of your craft and DIY supplies are packed away?? 😂 It certainly made the July Monthly DIY Challenge a true challenge for me! It was getti… Read More
2017-06-19 04:01
When we bought our first home, our decision was almost entirely based on the backyard. The house itself sits on a cul-de-sac and has a very small front yard leaving plenty of room for a larg… Read More
2017-06-14 11:03
Do you ever feel like everything around you is spinning so fast and you just can't catch up?! 😂 That's been me lately! If you caught last week's post, you know things have been more… Read More
2017-06-09 10:00
Hi friends! Happy June! June?!?! 😬 Okay, so when I wrote my first quarterly life update post in December, the next one should have been in March. Oopsy! Life got a little crazy… Read More
2017-05-28 10:00
One thing I have always been willing to admit about myself is that I am not fashionable. I'm always behind on the trends and I am terrible at accessorizing. And you know what? I'm okay with… Read More
2017-05-21 10:00
A few weeks ago, I shared all of the details from my little sister's floral themed bridal shower. I promised to share these cute little seed pack shower favors with you the next week, but th… Read More
2017-05-19 10:47
Our ugly master bathroom has been long overdue for a makeover, so we tackled it in the One Room Challenge! Renovating the shower was easier than we thought, thanks to some great materials an… Read More
2017-05-18 10:00
Many of you who were following along for our recent bathroom makeover for the One Room Challenge were curious about the method we used for waterproofing the shower, and today I'm sharin… Read More
2017-05-11 03:24
Today is a day I have been waiting for for almost four years. The reveal of our master bathroom makeover! If you're just catching up, this is the final reveal week for the Spring 2017 O… Read More
2017-05-10 10:36
Confession. I have a thing for succulents. They're just so cute and happy looking. I can't help myself! Any time I find myself walking the aisles of our local home and garden center, I alway… Read More
2017-05-04 04:00
I never thought I would say this, but surprisingly, I don't feel like we're scrambling doing last minute things for the ORC reveal this time around! Woohoo!!!!! We're one week away from the… Read More
2017-04-28 10:00
I can't even believe my little sister is getting married in a few weeks! Is it even allowed for little sisters to get married?! Am I really old enough for her to get married?! What happened… Read More
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